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Lu Shengyuan looked at Lin Wanqing, his expression becoming increasingly serious: "Then what do you think we should do?"

"I want to investigate her secretly," Lin Wanqing said in a deep voice, "to see what secrets she holds."

Lu Shengyuan nodded: "Okay, I'll leave this matter to you."

Lin Wanqing nodded slightly: "I already have some ideas, but I have to go to the palace today to report the progress of the case to the emperor, so I may have to put it aside for the time being."

Lu Shengyuan was slightly stunned when he heard this: "You want to enter the palace?"

"Yes." Lin Wanqing nodded. "The Emperor asked me to report on the progress of the recent investigation."

Lu Shengyuan looked at Lin Wanqing, a trace of worry flashing in his eyes: "I'll go with you."

When Lin Wanqing heard this, her heart couldn't help but warm.

She knew that Lu Shengyuan was very busy with his daily affairs, and it was not easy for him to spare time to accompany her to the palace.

"Okay." Lin Wanqing smiled slightly, "Then I'll trouble you, Your Highness."

The two entered the palace together and came to the palace gate.

Looking at the towering palace walls, Lin Wanqing couldn't help but feel a little nervous.

Although this was not her first time in the palace, she could still feel the invisible pressure every time she came here.

"Don't be nervous." Lu Shengyuan's voice, as gentle as a spring breeze, rang softly in Lin Wanqing's ears. She turned her head and looked into his deep and determined eyes.

At that moment, all the anxiety and uneasiness in her heart seemed to be soothed by his gentle eyes.

Lin Wanqing nodded slightly, her gratitude evident in her words.

She took a deep breath, calmed herself down, and then followed Lu Shengyuan lightly into the magnificent and majestic imperial palace.

The scene inside the palace is dazzling. The carved beams and painted buildings show the royal style. The swaying palace lanterns in the corridors add a touch of warmth to this solemn palace.

Lin Wanqing followed Lu Shengyuan closely, afraid of getting lost. From time to time, she would secretly glance at the man beside her. He looked calm and walked steadily, as if he knew everything in the palace.

Along the way, their appearance naturally attracted a lot of people's attention.

The palace maids and eunuchs were whispering to each other, and the sounds of discussion were one after another.

"Isn't that Prince Lu and Princess Princess? Why are they here together?" someone asked curiously.

"Who knows? But seeing how intimate they are, they must be very close to each other." Another person answered, his tone full of envy.

Lin Wanqing had excellent hearing, so these discussions naturally did not escape her ears.

She was slightly startled and subconsciously held Lu Shengyuan's hand tightly. She knew that her relationship with Lu Shengyuan had always been the focus of everyone's attention, but she did not expect that their every move in the palace would be so eye-catching.

Lu Shengyuan seemed to sense her nervousness. He gently squeezed her hand and whispered comfortingly, "Don't worry about them. We just need to do our own thing."

Although his voice was not loud, it was full of power, which made Lin Wanqing feel at ease instantly.

Under Lu Shengyuan's guidance, they passed through many palace gates and finally arrived in front of the imperial study.

The lights in the imperial study were brightly lit, and the emperor was sitting at his desk reviewing memorials.

Hearing their footsteps, the emperor raised his head and glanced at them, a meaningful smile on his lips: "Are you here?"

"Your Highness." Lu Shengyuan and Lin Wanqing saluted in unison.

"No need to be so polite." The emperor waved his hand and signaled them to stand up. "Lin Wanqing, please report to me on the progress of the case first." His voice was majestic yet gentle, making people dare not neglect it in the slightest.

Upon hearing this, Lin Wanqing hurriedly stepped forward and told the emperor everything about her recent investigation. Her voice was clear and pleasant, and her logic was so clear that everyone could understand the ins and outs of it at once.

The emperor frowned after hearing this: "So you haven't found the real murderer yet?"

There was a hint of displeasure and disappointment in his tone.

"Yes." Lin Wanqing lowered her head and said shamefully, "But I'm already doing my best to investigate. I believe we'll find clues soon."

At this moment, Lu Shengyuan suddenly stood up and said, "Your Majesty, I have something to say."

The emperor glanced at him and said, "Go ahead."

"I don't think the princess can be blamed entirely for this." Lu Shengyuan said in a deep voice, "After all, the case is complicated and the clues are limited. It will not be easy to find the real culprit in a short time."

His voice was steady and powerful, as if it had a convincing power.

Upon hearing this, the emperor couldn't help but fall into deep thought: "What you said makes sense."

"However," he changed the subject, "I still hope you can find the real culprit as soon as possible and give me an explanation."

"I obey your order." Lu Shengyuan and Lin Wanqing said in unison.

After coming out of the imperial study, Lin Wanqing couldn't help but breathe a sigh of relief.

She looked at Lu Shengyuan beside her, her heart filled with gratitude: "Thank you, Your Majesty."

"What are you thanking me for?" Lu Shengyuan smiled slightly, "I'm just telling the truth."

"However," he changed the subject, "you still have to find the clues as soon as possible, otherwise it will be difficult to explain to the emperor."

"I know." Lin Wanqing nodded, "I will do my best."

As they talked, they walked out of the palace.

The night was hazy, and the corridor lights in the palace swayed gently in the breeze. The dim light fell on the bluestone slabs, stretching the figures of the two people.

Lin Wanqing frowned slightly, as if something was on his mind.

Lu Shengyuan stopped, tilted his head to look at her, and said gently, "Wanqing, don't put too much pressure on yourself."

Lin Wanqing lowered her eyes, a flicker of hesitation passing through her eyes: "Your Highness, I..."

"Don't worry." Lu Shengyuan interrupted her, his eyes firm, "No matter what difficulties you encounter, I will always be by your side."

The promise was firm and earnest, like a vow.

A warm feeling suddenly surged in Lin Wanqing's heart.

She knew that Lu Shengyuan always kept his word and his promises were worth more than gold.

"Thank you, Your Highness." Lin Wanqing's eyes gradually turned red. "If it weren't for Your Highness, I'm afraid..."

Lu Shengyuan patted her shoulder gently, a gentle smile on his lips: "Silly girl, you are my princess, and it is my responsibility to protect you."

Lin Wanqing was moved and felt a sweetness in her heart.

She looked up at Lu Shengyuan, her eyes gleaming with determination: "Your Highness, I will definitely find clues and solve this case as soon as possible."

Lu Shengyuan nodded, his eyes full of admiration: "Of course I believe you. My princess is the smartest and bravest woman."

The tone was sincere and honest, and seemed to contain a special emotion.

Lin Wanqing couldn't help but blush slightly.

She lowered her head, but the corners of her mouth couldn't help but rise slightly.

"Your Highness, please stop making fun of me." Lin Wanqing's voice was as soft as a mosquito's, but it couldn't hide the joy in her heart.

The two smiled at each other and continued on their way.

The palace was quiet and peaceful in the night, as if even the air was filled with sweetness and warmth.